Athena Smith, 2014
Where did you grow up?
Saginaw, MI
Position prior to Kenan-Flagler:
Card Marketing Channel Manager
MBA Concentration:
Marketing
Undergraduate Institution:
Central Michigan University
Summer 2013' Internship Dr. Pepper Snapple Group, Brand Marketing
Why did you choose Kenan-Flagler? Because of the family-like
atmosphere, strong marketing program and extensive alumni network
How will you make an impact while at Kenan-Flagler? By helping to recruit the next two classes of students and promoting volunteer
events to current students.
What has been your most memorable moment at Kenan-Flagler? I can’t just pick one, there are too many amazing moments to choose from.
Post-MBA Career Goals: Professionally, to work in Brand Marketing for a CPG company and personally, to run a half marathon.
What three words best describe you and why? Sports-lover, patient and driven. Because I am a huge sports fan, very patient
with my friends and driven to achieve my goals.
How will you define success within the MBA program? By the memories I make while at KFBS, consistently challenging myself and others, and the friendships that I make.
Saginaw, MI
Position prior to Kenan-Flagler:
Card Marketing Channel Manager
MBA Concentration:
Marketing
Undergraduate Institution:
Central Michigan University
Summer 2013' Internship Dr. Pepper Snapple Group, Brand Marketing
Why did you choose Kenan-Flagler? Because of the family-like
atmosphere, strong marketing program and extensive alumni network
How will you make an impact while at Kenan-Flagler? By helping to recruit the next two classes of students and promoting volunteer
events to current students.
What has been your most memorable moment at Kenan-Flagler? I can’t just pick one, there are too many amazing moments to choose from.
Post-MBA Career Goals: Professionally, to work in Brand Marketing for a CPG company and personally, to run a half marathon.
What three words best describe you and why? Sports-lover, patient and driven. Because I am a huge sports fan, very patient
with my friends and driven to achieve my goals.
How will you define success within the MBA program? By the memories I make while at KFBS, consistently challenging myself and others, and the friendships that I make.